Facets of black onyx catch the light and throw it back in short, sharp glints as the wrist moves. This vintage-inspired bracelet pairs the deep, matte black of the stone with the cool shine of rhodium-plated 925 silver - a contrast that looks striking and modern on the wrist, even though the form recalls older, more ornate designs. Jewellers of the past linked onyx with strength, resilience and self-assurance, which makes this bracelet a fitting gift carrying that same message.

The onyx in this piece has been chosen so that the colour and depth of the stone stay even along the full length of the bracelet, with no lighter flecks or unevenness. Silver and good stones get more expensive every year, so buying this quality at a reasonable price makes sense today. The metal is pure, refined sterling silver 925 - European quality free of nickel and other irritating additives, which matters for extended wear against sensitive skin on the wrist. The rhodium layer adds extra protection against tarnishing and dullness, so the shine stays clear for a long time. The silver is stamped with the maker's mark struck into the metal, registered with the French assay office, which attests to the origin of the piece. The bracelet measures 18 cm with an adjustable 4 cm extension, so it can be fitted to wrists of different circumferences.

It looks best styled in total black - with a black long-sleeved top rolled up to mid-forearm, or with a simple black turtleneck. Against a solid black background, the rhodium-plated silver and black onyx don't get lost, but instead draw attention to the hand. A shirt cuff or a sweater sleeve pushed up to mid-forearm further shows off the bracelet with every movement of the arm.